Cover-U umbrella/canopy backpack

ABSTRACT

A backpack assembly modified and constructed with a canopy type apparatus having upper and lower frame members. The canopy portion constructed and functioning primarily as canopies commonly used on baby strollers. The canopy consisting of a flange member and a tubular shaped canopy frame member, adjoined to the lower frame which is u-shaped in nature by a connection device that superimposes both frames and secured within by rivets. The flange member having apertures that allow pivotal movement between desired positions. The lower frame being telescopic in nature has notches allowing the canopy to be adjusted upward and downward. Adjustable shoulder and waist straps secure the assembly on the users body. A second set of straps attached to the shoulder straps are pulled forward in a downward motion to quickly and easily raising the canopy to its deployed position. A poncho being connected integrated within a designated storage compartment also quickly releases by using the same release method with another set of straps to provide maximum protection during inclement weather conditions. A detachable pillow being structurally positioned for lumbar support if needed. The final portion consists of a carrying case fabricated to provide preservation, safe transporting and/or storage of the assembly when not in use.

RELATED APPLICATIONS

This application claims priority to provisional application Ser. No.60/403,678 filed May 5, 2005 and incorporated herein by reference.

BACKGROUND OFTHE INVENTION

1. Field of the Invention

The present invention relates to backpacks and backpack accessories,more particularly to backpacks modified and constructed to enable thecombined use of a backpack and an umbrella or canopy apparatus, whereinthe combined apparatus is utilized hands free in its preferred raised orcollapsed position. A backpack which provides these uses along withcommon accessories such as; a plurality of storage compartments withvarious closing mechanisms, the option of forward and rearward fabricsurfaces fabricated with water resistant material, a pair of shoulderstraps and a waist strap associated with said forward surface along withother accessories that are not common such as; a unshaped frame membersecured within the rear outer walls of the backpack vertically andhorizontally which provide structural rigidity to the entire assemblyand serves as a base for the umbrella or canopy apparatus, a ponchowhich forms an integated unit being connected to and stowed within aspecific storage compartment on the bag portion of the backpack. Adetachable, cushioned pillow also an accessory of the assemblystructurally positioned to provide lumbar support for the carrier of thebackpack and when detached can be used for sitting on hard services or ahead rest while napping or sleeping etc. A final accessory being acarrying case that protects and preserves the entire assembly when beingtransported or stored, also fabricated optionally with a water resistantmaterial wherein the fabrication and construction thereof enables thecarrying case to convert in use to a mat for floor exercises, resting,napping etc. A complete assembly of the aforementioned havingversatility in use by both genders of all ages for many differentactivities.

2. Description of Prior Art

The use of backpacks has been well established as an integral part ofthe daily lives of millions of people around the globe. Majorcontributing factors being the conveniences associated with the use ofbackpacks as well as the growing number of activities presently existinga person can engage in for which the use of a backpack enhances; ratherit be recreational, educational wise, athletically, employment etc. Thisgrowing trend coupled with many technological advances has created ademand for backpacks that are constructed with durability, havingversatility and still yet being suitable for use in multiple activities.The following prior art references among many other substantiates thisfact.

U.S. Pat. No. 6/217,113 issued to Knatz on Apr. 17, 2001 depicts a carryall backpack modified with a seat conversion.

U.S. Pat. No. 4,915,401 issued to Severon et. Al, on Apr. 10, 1990depicts a child carrier usable as a backpack, stroller and recliner.

U.S. Pat. No. 5,409,152 issued to Trevino issued on Apr. 25, 1995depicts a backpack assembly with audio components.

U.S. Patent App. No. 20050258294 filed on Sep. 23, 2003 by Dickson,Craig C. suggests a backpack modified within to store the components ofa tent

U.S. Pat. No. 4,972,981 issued to Gex on Nov. 27, 1990 depicts a foldingchair backpack.

These prior art references have mainly been fabricated to suit certainniche markets, and although not directly related to the preferredembodiment of the present invention, this referenced art does ascertainthe need for modified multi-purpose backpacks. Now referring to priorart references that are more closely related to the present invention,such as;

U.S. Patent App. No. 200400331827 filed on Nov. 8, 2002 by Haber, Robertsuggests a backpack for carrying an umbrella and/or a child hands free.

U.S. Patent App. No. 20050050614 filed on Jan. 17, 2004 by Leung, KokHung which suggests a backpack type satchel with a rain hat andconnected cape.

U.S. Pat. No. 6,053,385 issued to Ward et, on Apr. 25, 2000 whichdepicts a backpack with umbrella support and.

U.S. Pat. No. 6,308,722 issued to Christie, Joseph L. on Oct. 30, 2001which depicts an umbrella mountable on a backpack.

These prior art references suggest being versatile in use in differentways. However, they are either not suitable for use with adults andchildren alike, the operation thereof tends to be awkward for use, theyare suitable for certain niche markets only, and they either fail toprovide protection from the elements or the protection provided isinadequate in use when serious inclement weather.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

In view of the problems and disadvantages presented in prior art, it istherefore the object of the present invention to provide a backpack andcanopy combination wherein the canopy consisting of a fabric that canoptionally be constructed of a water resistant material in which thecanopy frame member and flange member function unitarily rotatingpivotally between its preferred raised or collapsed positions. Acombination that provides all of the mentioned advantages yet remainingfairly lightweight.

Another object of the present invention is to provide a backpack andcanopy combination the wherein the canopy protects the carrier fromharmful sunlight along with other inclement weather conditions andfurther provides and further provides a poncho connected within astorage compartment on the bag portion forming an integrated unit of thebackpack assembly. The poncho being released when the carrier pulls upona pair of straps attached to the storage compartment wherein the ponchois stowed, and said straps extended to the front portion of the assemblywhere attached to the shoulder straps. The poncho when worn by thecarrier of the backpack covers and protects the front an rear bagportions along with the carrier of the backpack thus providing increasedprotection.

It is another object of this invention to provide a backpack and canopycombination that is quickly and conveniently deployed enabled by the useof straps that are symmetrically affixed to the lower extremity of thecanopy frame. The straps extend to the front of the carrier whereloosely secured through loops that are attached to the backpack shoulderstraps, thus allowing the carrier to deploy the canopy by pullingdownward on both straps simultaneously then securing the canopy in thisposition by means of clasp attached to end of these straps and thereceiver for the clasp which are attached to the lower extremities ofthe shoulder straps. The canopy is easily retracted by releasing theclasp and pushing backward on the canopy frame member.

Still another object of the present invention is to provide acombination of the such wherein the canopy apparatus is supported by aseparate frame secured within the backpack portion of the assembly. Thebackpack frame member also tubular has a U-shaped configuration which issecured within the outer back walls of the backpack where the horizontaltube member provides the base which merges into the vertical tubemembers that are parallel and the ends extend upward slightly above thesurface of the backpack. The same vertically positioned frame membersconstructed to The backpack frame also provides structural rigidity tothe backpack. The upper ends of the backpack frame are adjacentlypositioned beside the bottom ends of the canopy apparatus frame membersymmetrically where the opposing sides are superimposed within aconnecting device and secured there within by rivets.

Yet another object of the present invention is to provide a combinationof the such having versatility in use yet durable and suitable for usein multiple activities. Importantly a backpack and canopy combinationwherein the construction thereof provides all of the aforementionedadvantages and capable to be used by individuals that are as young aselementary aged school students as well as adults of all ages.

It is also an object of the present invention to provide a backpack andcanopy combination fabricated to include an attached pillow cushionstructurally positioned to provide lumbar support to the carrier whentransporting items of interest that are strenuous. The attached pillowcushion being connected by a clasp type fastening device that isattached to the backpack which allows easy detachment wherein thecarrier can use the pillow cushion to sit upon, to rest the head whilein an upright position or when lying down. The pillow cushion alsohaving a fabric covering which allows the user to remove the coveringand replace it or remove it and launder it

A final object of the present invention is to provide a backpack andcanopy combination is to provide a carrying case fabricated andconstructed to provide protection and preservation of the entireassembly. A carrying case that allows the assembly to be stored and/ortransported safely when not in use. To also provide a carrying case alsofabricated and constructed with the ability to be converted into a mat Amat that can used in combination with the detachable pillow whilesleeping both indoors and outdoors, while relaxing, while exercising,camping or while engaging in several other activities. Thus providingwith the present inventors complete assembly a backpack and canopycombination; a backpack that is durable, versatile in use, equipped foruse in multiple activities, a completed assembly that is fairlylightweight, quickly raised or collapsed providing immediate protectionfrom inclement weather, eliminating the problems common with prior artbackpack and canopy combination.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

FIG. 1A shows a front left perspective view of the backpack and canopycombinations preferred embodiment with the canopy portion in its raisedposition. problem of being lost or forgotten and after use can becompactly rolled and stowed back within it's storage compartment.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

FIG. 1A shows a front left perspective view of the backpack and canopycombinations preferred embodiment with the canopy portion in its raisedposition.

FIG. 1B shows a close-up view of the clasp type fastening device used tosecure the canopy frame strap members (70R) (70L) which are used to pullthe canopy to it's raised position by pulling downward on the areadesignated on the straps (112R)(112L), the poncho release strap members(111L) (111R) which deploy the poncho when pulled upon, the same clasptype fastening device also used on the shoulder strap members (108R)(108L) provided for support of the backpack assembly on the wearersbody, and the waist strap (87R) (87L), worn for added support of thebackpack assembly.

FIG. 2 shows a rear view of the assembly of FIG. 1A and includes thestorage compartment attached to the bag portion in which the poncho isconnected and forms an integrated unit where stowed or released whendesired

FIG. 3A shows a close-up view of the embodiment of FIG. 1B with theclasp type fastening device in it's open unsecured position.

FIG. 3B shows a close up view of the locking mechanism (84) attached atthe center edge of the enveloping material which covers the canopyflange member. This mechanism enables the canopy to be secured tobackpack bag portion when the canopy is not in use.

FIG. 3C shows the assembly of FIG. 1A with the canopy portion in itsupright position, the preferred position for when the wearer needsaccess to the bag portion and its members. Also shown is the lockingmechanism of FIG. 3B and velcro strips (94R) (94L) that help to hold thecanopy portion in its upright position.

FIG. 4 shows a rear perspective view of the assembly of FIG. 1A with thecanopy portion in its secure, locked position.

FIG. 5 shows a front perspective view of the assembly of FIG. 4.

FIG. 6 shows a front perspective view of the carrying case fabricatedstructurally to provide safe transport and storage to the assembly ofFIG. 4 and FIG. 5 respectively, which is located therein.

FIG. 7A shows another front left angled perspective view of the assemblyof FIG. 1A with the cushioned pillow structurally positioned on theassembly to provide lumbar support to the wearer being detached.

FIG. 7B shows the detached cushioned pillow of FIG. 7A with theattachable and detachable clasp (89A) (89B). When detached the pillowcan also be used for cushioned support when sitting on hard surfaces oras a headrest when napping or sleeping.

FIG. 8 shows a left perspective view of the assembly of FIG. 4.

FIG. 9 shows a left angled perspective view of the assembly of FIG. 4.

FIG. 10A shows a close-up view of the right shoulder strap member (85R)along with the canopy frame strap member (70R), the designated area usedto raise the canopy illustrated by reference numeral (112R), the ponchorelease strap member (111R) the elastic type strap (72R) connected tocanopy frame strap, and the clasp type fastening device (71R) that isused to secure the canopy in its raised position by locking the claspmember.

FIG. 10B shows another left angled perspective view of the assembly ofFIG. 4 and FIG. 10A respectively.

FIG. 11 shows a front perspective view of the assembly of FIG. 1 withsome parts omitted to show the positions of others. The poncho portionrelease strap members are clearly visible being attached to the frontshoulder strap members thus extended backward through apertures ofminimal size in the canopy frame fabric material lower extremities andconnected to the poncho storage compartment on the rear of the assembly.This figure also shows a front view of the detachable pillow portion(98) of the backpack assembly.

FIG. 12 shows a rear perspective view of the assembly of FIG. 11 whereinthe poncho member is partially released from its storage compartment

FIG. 13 shows a right perspective view of the assembly of FIG. 11. Againdetails have been left out to show the configuration of the attachedponcho storage compartment.

FIG. 14 shows a right perspective view of the assembly of FIG. 12 andFIG. 13 respectively.

FIG. 15A shows a left angled perspective view of the upper and lowerframe members of the assembly of FIG. 1. Connection devices (78R) (78L)adjoins both sides symmetrically of the upper and lower frame members.Apertures on the connection devices adjoins and superimposes both frameswherein the upper canopy frame member is secured with rivets (76R)(76L), the flange member having apertures (93R) (93L) wherein the endsare flared to secure the flange member yet allowing it to pivotallyrotate between positions. The strap members used to pull the canopy toits raised position are securely attached to the lower extremities ofthe canopy frame member (67). Notches are structurally positionedadjacent to apertures (93R) (93L) of the flange member that are used tostabilize the flange member in its preferred raised position. The lowerframe being tubular in shape with is vertical members (68) (69) havingtelescopic means on the upper portions depicted with reference numbers(74R) (74L) which enables the upper canopy upward or downward to adesired position. The canopy is raised by pushing upward on the indents(80R) (80L) and then secured in position by locking mechanisms (75R)(75L).

FIG. 15B shows a close up view of the area of adjustability (74R) (74L)of FIG. 15A.

FIG. 16A shows a right side sectional view of the connection device ofFIG. 15A.

FIG. 16B shows a left side sectional view of the connection device ofFIG. 15A.

FIG. 16C shows an angled perspective view of the connection device withthe flange member (65) slightly rotated to reveal the notches (77) ofFIG. 15A.

FIG. 17 shows a perspective view of FIG. 15A with some details left outto show a partial fabrication of the canopy frame with the attachedenveloping fabric material (95).

FIG. 18A shows a close up sectional view of FIG. 15A and FIG. 16Arespectively.

FIG. 18B shows another close up sectional view of FIG. 15A and FIG. 16Arespectively with the lower frame vertical member extended and thelocking mechanism in an open unsecured position with some details leftout.

FIG. 19A shows a perspective side view of FIG. 18A.

FIG.19B shows a perspective side view of FIG. 18B

FIG. 20A shows a perspective view of the poncho storage compartment(119) of FIG. 2. Also shown are loop members (116A) (116B) (116C) forthe left poncho strap member (111L) and loop members (117A) (111B)(117C) for the right poncho strap member (111R) along with the clasptype locking mechanisms (118R) (118L) used to release the poncho strapmembers when access to the other storage compartments of the bag portionis needed.

FIG. 20B shows a perspective view of FIG. 20A with the poncho storagecompartment partially opened to reveal the configuration of the ponchomember stowed within.

FIG. 20C shows the same view of FIG. 20A and FIG. 20B respectivelywherein the poncho member is exposed even more.

FIG. 21 shows a perspective view of FIG. 20C wherein the poncho member(122) is fully released from its storage compartment.

FIG. 22A shows a view of the bottom portion (115) of the storagecompartment of FIG. 20A. Also shown are the velcro strips (113) (114)(116) used to connect the bottom portion (115) to the top portion (119)of said storage compartment

FIG. 22B shows a view of the top and bottom members of the storagecompartment of FIG. 2 with some details left out

FIG. 22C shows the same perspective view of the storage compartment ofFIG. 2, with the clasp type fastening device closed in it's securedposition.

FIG. 22D shows again the same perspective view of the storagecompartment of FIG. 2 with the clasp type fastening devices (118R)(118L) opened and the strap members retracted.

FIG. 23 shows a front perspective view of the preferred embodiment ofthe backpack and canopy combination in relevance to how it would look ona potential wearers body, with the canopy portion in its raised positionand the poncho member fully displayed.

FIG. 24 shows a rear perspective view of the assembly of FIG. 23.

FIG. 25 shows a right side perspective view of the assembly of FIG. 23being depicted on a persons body during inclement weather conditions.

FIG. 26 shows a partial front perspective view of the assembly of FIG.25 with the canopy in its raised position without the poncho memberdisplayed, which is suitable for use when a potential carrier desiresprotection from the sun.

FIG. 27 shows a rear perspective view of the assembly of FIG. 26.

FIG. 28 shows a right side perspective view of the assembly of FIG. 26.

FIG. 29 shows a right side perspective view of the backpack and canopycombination being depicted on a potential users body with the canopyportion in its collapsed position and the poncho member stowed in itsstorage compartment wherein the assembly can be used as a commonbackpack.

FIG. 30 shows a perspective view of the assembly of FIG. 6 wherein thecarrying case for the backpack and canopy combination being fabricatedand constructed with the ability to convert into a mat. The carryingcase being partially unfolded with the enclosed section (128) designedto house the assembly depicted partially upright having zippers (127)along the outer side edges of this section which secures the assemblytherein.

FIG. 31 shows another perspective view of the assembly of FIG. 30 in afurther advanced stage of its conversion into a mat.

FIG. 32 shows the carrying case fully converted into a mat wherein itcan be used for napping, exercising et Also depicted is the detachablepillow (98) of the assembly in relation to how it can be used with theconverted carrying case.

FIG. 33 shows a view of the assembly of FIG. 6 and FIG. 30 respectively,exemplifying the method of configuration from a mat to the carryingcase. Velcro strips (125) are placed on the inside top edges to seal thecarrying case from the top and loop type handles (132A) (132B) areaffixed to the top center outside walls of the carrying case.

FIG. 34 shows a front perspective view of the assembly of FIG. 33.

FIG. 35 shows a left side perspective view of the assembly of FIG. 33.

FIG. 36 shows another left side perspective view of the assemblypartially assembled.

FIG. 37 shows a right side close up view of the assembly of FIG. 6without the backpack and canopy combination enclosed.

FIG. 38 shows a left side close up view of the assembly of FIG. 6 andFIG. 37 respectively.

FIG. 39 shows an exploded elevated view of the assembly of FIG. 32depicting the layers thereof with the detachable pillow of the assemblynot shown.

FIG. 40 shows sectional side view of the assembly of FIG. 32 in relationto the section without the zipper.

FIG. 41 shows a sectional side view of the assembly of FIG. 32 inrelation to the section with the zipper.

FIG. 42 shows a top perspective view of the assembly of FIG. 6, alsodepicted are the handles thereof.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF INVENTION

In reference to FIG. 1A. The frontal bottom portion of the canopy andbackpack combination comprises a waist strap (87R) and (87L) secured tothe lower right and left sides of the bag portion (100) and the ends ofthese strap members contain a clasp type fastening device commonly usedon backpacks. The male end (91) and female end (92) connects and enablethe strap member to be loosened or tightened. The shoulder strap members(85R) and (85L) are attached to the top opposing sides of the bagportion (100) and extends to the lower inner side edges of the bagportion and therein attached. The length of the shoulder straps beingextend at the lower ends (108R) and (108L) enabling the shoulder strapsto be loosened or tightened to secure the assembly on the carriers body.

The front portion of the assembly further consists of canopy frame strapmembers (70R) and (70L). These straps are affixed to opposing sideslower extremities of canopy frame directly above the connection devicesextending across the shoulders and thus attached to the front middleportion of the shoulder strap members (85R) and (85L). The canopy framestraps (70R) and (70L) enable the canopy to be deployed to its raisedposition by pulling in a downward forward motion on the strap memberswhich is best accomplished but not limited to using the designated areareferenced as (112R) and (112L). The canopy frame strap members are alsofabricated to include elastic straps the top portions (72R) and (72L)being connected to upper portion of the canopy strap members and thebottom portions (90R) and (90L) which are connected to the shoulderstrap members (85R) and (85L) having elastic straps (86R) and (86L)horizontally configured across the bottom elastic strap members whichguide these strap members (90R) and (90L) upward, the end tips of saidelastic strap members having clasp type fastening devices female ends(71R) and (71L) also male ends (73R) and (73L) enable the canopy to besecured in its raised position by connecting the clasp ends. To returnthe canopy to its collapsed or relaxed position the clasp type fasteningdevice is simply disconnected and the user can then slightly push thecanopy frame on either side backwards. The canopy flange and framemembers function unitarily in relevance to its movement between desiredpositions.

The frontal bag portion of the assembly also contains poncho strapmembers (111R) and (111L) wherein said strap members are also attachedto the shoulder strap members (85R) and (85L) towards the upper portionsof said shoulder straps. The poncho straps extend across the shoulderspassing through slits in the appendage portion (99) of water resistantfabric which is connected by seams doubled over and symmetricallyattached to the outer rear surface of the canopy frame member whereinsaid fabric extend downward and connected by the same method of doubledover seams to the top rear of bag portion (100) when viewing theassembly from the rear. The poncho strap members (111L) & (111R) afterextending from the front and passing through the slits on the appendedfabric having minimal slack which allows the backpack carrier to pull onthe straps from the front and release the poncho from its storagecompartment located on the rear of the backpack assembly.

In referring to FIG. 3C the canopy portion is in an upright positionwith the canopy retracted in partially collapsed position. Velcro strips(94R) and (94L) are depicted wherein the strips are attached by seams toboth the right and left sides of the canopy frame fabric (99) innerlower extremities when viewing the assembly from the front, the velcrostrips (94R) and (94L) structurally positioned next to the connectiondevices (78R) and (78L) wherein said strips cross horizontally over saidconnection devices symmetrically and connects to the strip bottoms(101R) and (101L) positioned symmetrically and attached by seams tolower extremities of said fabric when viewed from the rear. The canopyportion in the depicted upright position is thus stabilized in thisposition which allows hands free access to the bag portion (100) and itsaccessories as desired. The canopy is then released by detaching saidstrips (94R) and (94L) wherein the option to secure it in its collapsedposition is available by attaching the aforementioned fastening device(84).

In referring to FIGS. 1A and 3C respectively the upper canopy portionfrom a front perspective view comprises the semicircular flange member(65) and the tubular canopy frame member (67), also comprising a waterresistant fabric (95) enveloping the flange members (65) complete outersurface connected by use of a doubled over seam formation, and saidmaterial thus extending to the concave in shape tubular canopy framemember (67) where joined and connected with the aforementioned seamformation to the appended material (99) on the rear of the canopy frame.The fabrication there of allowing rain to flow off the canopy withoutthe wearer having rain flow down there backs. The canopy frame furthercomprises a clasp type fastening device (84) positioned within thecanopy at the top center edge below the flange member. This fasteningdevice (84) also being of the typically used clasp type is attached tothe fabric (95) with seams and is used to stabilize the canopy portionwhen in its collapsed relaxed position by attaching the top of clasp(84) to the bottom of the clasp which is attached to the bag portion(100) directly below the poncho storage compartment.

In referring to FIGS. 15A and 19B, there is shown the upper and lowerframe members of the assembly. The lower frame being of a tubularu-shape having vertical limbs (69) and (68) which merge into thehorizontal limb (66) located at the lowest extremity. The upperextremity (74) of the lower frame constructed to be telescopic in natureenables the height of the canopy up or down to a desired position byopening the locking mechanisms (75R) and (75L) pushing and slidingupward or downward on the indents (80R) and (80L) located above thelocking mechanisms. Once the desired height is chosen the lockingmechanisms are closed to secure the position. The upper frame comprisesof a concave shaped tubular canopy member (67) wherein the ends (81R)and (81L) are capped to provide a smooth surface and the upper framealso consists of a semicircular flange member (65).

For descriptive purposes the canopy frame is depicted in its raisedposition. The upper canopy frame member (67) lower extremities alongwith the lower frame vertical limbs (69) and (68) top extremities areadjacently joined and superimposed by connection devices (78R) and(78L). Apertures enable the canopy frame member to be secured within theconnection device with rivets (76R) and (76L). The flange member isreceived into apertures (93R) and (93L) where the ends are flared withinthe connection device to secure its position, yet allowing the flangemember to rotate pivotally between positions. Apertures also allow thelower frame vertical limbs to be secured within the connection devicewith rivets (79R) and (79L). Notches (77R) and (77L) are structurallypositioned adjacent to the flange member apertures to provide morestabilization to the flange member when the canopy is in its raisedposition.

A final member of the front lower portion of the assembly consists of acompact sized detachable cushioned pillow (98) which comprises of foamhaving the shape of a miniature sized pillow enveloped by awater-resistant fabric fastened with doubled over seams wherein anotherpiece of fabric which can optionally be water resistant also covers thepillow fastened by use of a zipper attached by doubled over seams whichallows the top fabric layer to be washed and recycled or replaced. Thecushioned pillow (98) is structurally positioned on the bag portion(100) of the backpack to provide lumbar support when the backpackassembly is being worm. Said pillow is thereby attached by seams to thebag portions top rear side by a strap member (88) the end thereof havinga male fastening device end (89A) which connects to female end (89A)attached to the top portion of the detachable pillow (98) by strapmember (107A) and a lower strap member (105) affixed to the middlesection of the horizontal limb (66) of the lower frame member. Saidstrap having a female end fastening device (89B) which connects to amale end (89B) attached to the bottom of the detachable pillow by strapmember (107B). Said detachable pillow also having the ability to bedetached and used for cushioned seating on hard surfaces and/oralternatively for resting or sleeping.

In reference to FIGS. 2 and 12 respectively the bag portion (100)comprises of the lower unshaped frame member previously described wheresecured within the outer walls of the bag portion by doubled over seamsthat affix the bag portion to the frame members with a fabric materialwhich has the option of being water resistant but not limited to. Thebag portion having storage compartments (97) (103A) (103B) along withsmall pockets (109R) (109L) and large pocket portions (123) (102) withzip fastener (96). Numerous variations can be used in the fabrication ofthe bag portion storage compartments pockets and fastening devices asseen in the plurality of backpacks that are commonly in use.

A last member of the rear bag portion (100) comprises a poncho storagecompartment (119) wherein the poncho member (122) which consists of awater resistant type material fabricated and constructed in the mannertypically used to construct common basic ponchos and thus forms anintegrated unit, the poncho member (122) being attached to inner bottomportion (115) of the poncho storage compartment of the backpackassembly. When the poncho (122) is not in use it is stowed within thestorage compartment The upper portion (119) of the storage compartmentconnects to the lower portion having Velcro strips (113) (114) and (116)affix to the outer sides and outer bottom side of the lower storagecompartment member (115) by use of seams and thus connects to upperstorage upper portion of the storage compartment (119) having velcropositioned symmetrically on the inside of said upper portion of thestorage compartment. The poncho (122) is released from its storagecompartment by the carrier pulling forward and downward on the ponchostrap members (111R) (111L) which extend as previously described fromthe front portion where attached to the shoulder straps (85R) (85L). Theponcho straps pass through horizontal loop members right side (117A)(117B) & (117C) left side (116A) (116B) & (116C). The ends of the ponchostrap members (111R) (111L) having male ends (118R) & (118L) whichconnects to female ends (121R) & (121L) that are attached and fastenedto the top portion (119) of the poncho storage compartment by the bottomstraps (120R) & (120L) portions.

The carrying case member being fabricated and constructed to provideprotection and preservation of the backpack and canopy combination whilebeing transported or stored comprises of a material that is optionallywater resistant or none water resistant. The first layer (126) being thedesired fabric material, the second layer (124) a foam type cushion andthe third layer (128) are attached by use of doubled over seams thatextend around the complete outer edges of the carrying case depicted inflat laid out manner. Seams are also sewn across the carrying casecreating three sections of equal length. An appendage of the samefabrication is joined at the top seam thus forming the area to safelystore the assembly. Zippers (127) are use to fasten the sides of theappendage to the top section of the carrying bag. Velcro strips (125)are used to fasten the carrying case in its folded configuration havingloop shaped handles (132A) & (132B) comprised of a fabric materialaffixed by use of doubled over seams to the center on both the right andleft sides of the carrying bag opening center sections when depictedfrom a top perspective view.

1. A backpack and canopy combination assembly being comprised of: a topcanopy portion that has the ability to be used in a raised or collapsedposition being quickly deployed without impeding or obstructing thefunctions of the backpack between desired positions, a front portionconsisting of a set of shoulder straps and a waste strap which supportthe weight of the backpack when in use, the shoulder straps having a setof canopy strap members and a set of poncho strap members affixedthereto, a rear bag portion that has a detachable cushioned pillowstructurally positioned to optionally provide lumbar support for theuser, a poncho member that forms an integrated unit compactly stowedwithin a storage compartment of the rear bag portion and a carrying caseused to transport, store, protect and preserve the entire assembly whennot in use.
 2. The assembly of claim 1, having a bag portion consistingof inward and outward storage compartments having a plurality offastening devices, said portion also consisting of a U-shaped framemember with the right and left side tubular members extending upwardslightly above the top surface of said bag, the horizontal frame memberextending across the bottom of said bag portion where merging into thevertical frame members forming an integral unit.
 3. The assembly ofclaim 2, having the U-shaped frame member secured within the back outerwalls of said bag portion being enveloped by the fabric which makes upthe bag portion with doubled over seams to stabilize the frame therewithin and enabling said frame member to provide structural rigidity tosaid bag portion.
 4. The U-shaped frame member of claim 3 havingtelescopic means which enables the height of the canopy to be adjustedupward or downward being enabled by apertures in the right and leftvertical frame members and notches where when pressed inward releasesthe frame to slide up or down to a desired height.
 5. The backpackassembly of claim 1 having a plurality of storage compartments withvarious means of fastening devices, one of said storage compartmentshaving a poncho attached within the storage compartment to form anintegrated unit allowing the poncho to be stowed within, further saidstorage compartment being attached to the rear bag portion having a topand bottom portion with Velcro strips on the right, left and bottomsides with the top side secured by doubled over seams allowing theponcho storage compartment to open from the bottom.
 6. The storagecompartment of claim 5 having two rows of horizontal loops affixed tothe top portion of the storage compartment affixed to the top portionwith strap members passing through said loops, said strap members havingclasp type fastening devices attached to the strap ends and connect tothe clasp receivers which are affixed to the bag portion directly belowsaid storage compartment allowing the poncho storage compartment to belocked and secured when not in use and/or quickly released when needed.7. The strap members of claim 6 which extends upward across the shoulderpassing through slits structurally positioned to guide said straps tothe front of the users body. Further said straps are then affixed to thefront shoulder straps and allows the user to release the poncho bypulling forward and downward on said straps.
 8. The poncho member ofclaim 1 and claim 6 respectfully wherein said poncho when released andworn provides protection to the body of the user and the backpackassembly by enveloping the body of the user and the backpack assemblyincluding contents.
 9. The assembly of claim 1 whose detachable pillowis structurally constructed and attached to the bag portion positionedbetween the lower back of the user and the lower rear of the bag portionof the assembly.
 10. The detachable pillow of claim 9 enablingdetachment by way of the clasp type fastening devices affixed to the topof the pillow and connects to the clasp receivers affixed to the rear ofsaid bag portion. The detachable pillow thus being able to be used as acushioned seat on hard surfaces or optionally a head rest for quick nap.Further said pillow fabricated being enveloped by a fabric materialwhich is removable for recycling or replacing.
 11. The backpack assemblyof claim 1 optionally having rear surfaces constructed of waterresistant or non-water resistant material. Further having the option ofbeing constructed in adult and/or child sizes with differentarrangements of storage compartments and fastening devices remainingfairly lightweight while offering head to toe protection for the user ininclement weather and shade or protection from harmful sunrays duringsunny weather.
 12. The backpack assembly of claim 1 having a separateset of straps affixed to the upper frame tubular canopy member on theright and left sides and extends to the front shoulder straps whereaffixed thereto. Said straps enabling the canopy member to be quicklydeployed by pulling forward and downward upon said straps and lockingthe canopy into place. Said canopy being locked and secured by clasptype locking mechanism on said canopy strap ends which connect to claspreceivers which are affixed to the upper part of shoulder straps. 13.The assembly of claim 1 whose carrying case is fabricated of a waterresistant material having foam cushioning enveloped and secured withinsaid fabric and the structural construction thereof enabling thecarrying case to unfold to flat elevational position where it can thenbe used by the average consumer as an exercise mat, a sleep mat and/orother floor activities indoor and out door.